March 11, 2025
How to Choose the Right Career Path
Hi, my name is Sydney, and I am a journalism major. Although I’ve mostly been set on my career path, I’ve used a variety of resources to help clarify my direction, and I’ve found them to be incredibly helpful. Here are a few resources I’d recommend to anyone navigating their career journey: Meet with a Career Specialist Career Specialists offer one-on-one consultations and refer you to career assessments and resources that help you explore major options aligned with your interests. All the counselors are trained and are fellow college students, so meeting with one is not intimidating…
Feb. 12, 2025
Find a Major You’ll Love
Picking out a major can be a daunting task. With over 300 degree programs, Mizzou has an abundance of options...
Jan. 24, 2025
New Year, New Website!
It's a New Year, and the Career Center has a brand new website! Check out some of the resource highlights of the new site to make the most out of your Mizzou resources.
Recent Posts
Nov. 6, 2024
Using Focus 2 To Explore Your Potential Career Paths
Unsure about where to go on your career journey? The Focus 2 assessments are here to help. You can leverage your strengths and interests to map out...
June 18, 2024
Career Planning Got You Blue? Sort Things Out with Focus 2
As a first year student just finishing my first semester of college, it has become overwhelmingly apparent to me that I am not as certain about my future aspirations as I was once before.
April 16, 2024
Explore career paths on Handshake
You probably know Handshake as the place where college students are hired for great jobs and internships. But Handshake also has resources to help you find your career path. Think back to when you were deciding on your major.
March 19, 2024
Making the most of spring break: informational interviews
You should make the most of your break by doing a little career planning. Whether you are planning a streaming binge, relaxing poolside, or working hard at a part-time job, this is a perfect time to create new networking contacts and reach out to professionals to learn about work options.
Feb. 13, 2024
Exploring Majors and Pursuing Passions
When she arrived at the University of Missouri, Sophia Bianco didn’t know what she wanted to do. Growing up in the small town of Dixon, Missouri, Bianco dreamed of working in the music industry — but was it possible for someone with “no musical talent,” as she would say? The answer was “yes,” and Bianco arrived on it thanks to Mizzou’s Discovery Center.
Feb. 11, 2024
What Qualities do you “Heart” in a Career
Finding a job that fits your lifestyle is just as important as finding one that fits your major.
Feb. 6, 2024
Don’t Do It Alone!
If you are walking on Lowry Mall, you'll notice some black and gold signs outside the Student Success Center promoting our career services. One prominently says, "Don't Do It Alone," meaning that you have LOTS of resources and support if you are deciding on a major or considering career paths.